Airtel Employees Arrested: Over 530 Virtual Numbers Issued to Global Scammers

In a significant cyber fraud case, two Airtel managers in Gurgaon have been arrested for allegedly issuing over 530 virtual phone numbers to cybercriminals based in Indonesia and China. These virtual numbers were reportedly used in fraudulent activities, including a scam where a woman lost ₹10,000 through a fake work-from-home offer. The arrests highlight the critical need for stringent security measures within telecom companies to prevent internal collusion in cybercrimes.

Source: The Times of India